Ravi Teja Gets Emotional Over Irumudi’s Success, Credits Team Effort
Ravi Teja shares how Irumudi moved him to tears, praising the cast, crew, and director Shiva Nirvana as the film nears ₹100 crore at the Telugu box office.
Dumtika Editorial
August 26, 2026 · 2 min read
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Key Highlights
- Ravi Teja reveals Irumudi moved him to tears during dubbing.
- Director Shiva Nirvana praised for assembling a strong cast.
- GV Prakash’s music credited for the film’s emotional impact.
- Irumudi is nearing ₹100 crore at the Telugu box office.
Ravi Teja, popularly known as Mass Maharaja, has struck gold with his latest film Irumudi, which is rapidly approaching the ₹100 crore milestone at the Telugu box office. Directed by Shiva Nirvana, the film has become one of the most successful family dramas in recent Telugu cinema, drawing widespread attention both in theatres and online.
At a recent blockbuster press meet, Ravi Teja openly shared how Irumudi impacted him on a personal level. "I am stone-hearted, and I generally don’t cry easily. But even I cried after watching this film during the dubbing. I choked watching a few portions," he admitted, highlighting the film's emotional depth. The actor went on to praise director Shiva Nirvana for assembling a talented cast, mentioning Komaram, Bhargav, Kishore, and Ramesh Indira for their standout performances. He also noted the promising future of the young actors who played students in the film.
Ravi Teja credited composer GV Prakash for providing the musical backbone of Irumudi, saying, "GV Prakash’s music is the soul of this film. The music automatically brings tears to the audience’s eyes while watching the movie." He shared a personal anecdote about his daughter Moksha getting emotional during the screening, underscoring the film's universal appeal.
The actor also acknowledged his close relationship with producers Ravi and Naveen, reflecting on their shared appreciation for rooted storytelling, especially after watching Tamil and Malayalam films during the COVID period. He expressed satisfaction at seeing Telugu audiences embrace such narratives, as evidenced by the enthusiastic response on Instagram and other social media platforms.
Ravi Teja singled out Priya Bhavani Shankar and Baby Nakshatra for their memorable performances, particularly in emotionally charged scenes. He commended director Shiva Nirvana for remaining grounded despite the film's massive success. As Irumudi continues its strong box office run, the team’s collaborative spirit and the film’s emotional resonance remain key talking points among fans and the industry.
